Artist page · 05/07/2026

The Aggrovators

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The Aggrovators are a Jamaican dub/reggae backing band formed by producer Bunny Lee, featuring musicians like Tommy McCook and Aston Barrett.
10Albums on Vinyles.com
670Discogs releases
133kLast.fm listeners

About

The Aggrovators, Jamaican dub and reggae backing band led by Bunny Lee.

10 vinyl albums available, original pressings from 1975 and 1979 fetch high prices.

The Aggrovators are a group of Jamaican musicians brought together by producer Bunny Lee to back various reggae and dub recordings in his studio. Active primarily in the 1970s and beyond, their lineup included notable instrumentalists such as Tommy McCook on saxophone and Aston Barrett on bass. They contributed to shaping dub and reggae music with numerous albums released on labels including VP Records, Attack, and Jamaican Recordings.

The band's catalog today counts around ten vinyl albums on Vinyles.com covering classic dub material such as the "Dubbing at King Tubby's" series and later works like "Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)" and "Instrumental Reggae." Original 1970s pressings of albums like "Shalom Dub" and "Super Dub Disco Style" remain collectible, with market prices…

Discography

The Aggrovators — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)Jamaican Recordings · 2020
2020
Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)
CD, Album
Studio
Instrumental ReggaeReal Authentic Sound · 1992
1992
Instrumental Reggae
CD, Album
Studio
King Tubby's Abraham · 1990
1990
King Tubby's "Controls"
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Super Dub Disco StyleJamaica Sound · 1979
1979
Super Dub Disco Style
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Shalom DubKlik · 1975
1975
Shalom Dub
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up The Aggrovators's career.

01
Steady Rock
·
02
White Hop
·
03
So Jah Sey Dub
·
04
Dub On My Pillow
·
05
A Crabbit Version
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06
Stop The Dubbing
·
07
Jah Jah Dub
·
08
Kaya Dub
·

The essentials

The 3 The Aggrovators albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1975
Vinyl, LP, Album
Shalom Dub

One of The Aggrovators’ earliest key dub albums from 1975, featuring 16 tracks of pioneering reggae dub.

16 tracksOriginal Jamaican releaseLP AlbumReggae/Dub
#2 · 1979
Vinyl, LP, Album
Super Dub Disco Style

A 1979 dub album on Jamaica Sound label known for its distinctive heavy dub mixes and sought-after original UK pressings.

10 tracksOriginal UK pressingLP AlbumDub
#3 · 2020
CD, Album
Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)

More recent dub album from 2020 capturing the band’s evolution with 15 dub tracks and fresh production on Jamaican Recordings label.

15 tracksCD AlbumDub2020 release

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)
Master release · LP · 2020
Market position i
15,07 €
Min price 15 €Max price 15 €
Average price 15,07 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
5 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Instrumental Reggae
Master release · LP · 1992
Market position i
19,35 €
Min price 19 €Max price 19 €
Average price 19,35 €
Only 4 copies for sale on Discogs
15 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
King Tubby's "Controls"
Master release · LP · 1990
Market position i
17,07 €
Min price 11 €Max price 18 €
Average price 17,07 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
97 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Super Dub Disco Style
Master release · LP · 1979
Market position i
35,62 €
Min price 17 €Max price 54 €
Average price 35,62 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
315 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Shalom Dub
Master release · LP · 1975
Market position i
15,65 €
Min price 10 €Max price 19 €
Average price 15,65 €
Only 45 copies for sale on Discogs
801 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

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The “Why this rarity” column comes from our upstream sourcing work: for each album, we explain what makes this pressing sought after by collectors (limited run, specific matrix, withdrawn edition…).

AlbumWhy this rarityEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)LP
Jamaican Recordings UK · 2021 JRLP072 Original pressing
5 want · 21 have · ratio 0,2
15,07 €
Super Dub Disco StyleLP, Album, Reissue, White Label
Justice (2) UK · 2017 PSLP97 🔥 Standard edition
315 want · 72 have · ratio 4,4
Instrumental ReggaeLP
Attack UK · 2007 ATTACK LP031 Original pressing
15 want · 44 have · ratio 0,3
19,35 €
Super Dub Disco StyleLP, Album
Original UK 1979 pressing, want/have ratio 4.4, only 4 copies currently for sale.Jamaica Sound UK · 1979 JSLP 013 Original pressing
315 want · 72 have · ratio 4,4
53,86 €
Shalom DubLP, Album, Reissue
Attack Jamaica BSMT 002 🔥 Standard edition
801 want · 265 have · ratio 3
29,00 €
Shalom DubLP, Album, Reissue
Original Jamaican pressing, want/have ratio 3:1 with only 1 copy available.Attack Jamaica BSMT 002 Original pressing
801 want · 265 have · ratio 3
21,56 €
King Tubby's "Controls"LP, Album, Repress
Abraham Canada AALP8802 🔥 Standard edition
97 want · 290 have · ratio 0,3
10,35 €
King Tubby's "Controls"LP, Album, Reissue
Clocktower Records US CTLP 8802 Original pressing
97 want · 290 have · ratio 0,3
13,05 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of The Aggrovators

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

They were the studio's backbone, shaping the sound of Jamaican dub with strong musicianship.
— Vinyl Enthusiast
01Studio

Bunny Lee formed The Aggrovators

Producer Bunny Lee assembled The Aggrovators as a backing band to support groups recording in his Jamaican studio, adding a consistent dub sound.

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02Musicians

Key musicians in The Aggrovators

Members included Tommy McCook (saxophone), Aston Barrett (bass), Carlton Barrett (drums), and other prominent reggae instrumentalists contributing to the dub style.

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03Album

Original 1975 pressing of Shalom Dub

The original Jamaican pressing of "Shalom Dub" from 1975 remains prized, with high demand reflected in limited copies available for sale at around €20 and more.

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04Pressing

1979 UK original pressing of Super Dub Disco Style

This UK original pressing of "Super Dub Disco Style" from 1979 has a want/have ratio of 4.4 and sells around €54, showing strong collector interest.

1979UK

FAQ

FAQ: The Aggrovators on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who were the key members of The Aggrovators?

The Aggrovators lineup featured prominent musicians like Tommy McCook on saxophone, Aston Barrett on bass, Carlton Barrett on drums, among others.

What genre of music do The Aggrovators play?

The Aggrovators are known for dub and reggae styles, often providing backing tracks for recordings rooted in Jamaican reggae tradition.

Which albums of The Aggrovators are essential for vinyl collectors?

Essential albums include "Shalom Dub" (1975), "Super Dub Disco Style" (1979), and "Run Sound Boy Run (Dub Soundclash)" (2020) among their catalog.

Are original pressings of The Aggrovators' albums rare and valuable?

Yes, original 1970s pressings like "Shalom Dub" and "Super Dub Disco Style" are rare and command higher prices on vinyl markets.

Where were The Aggrovators primarily based?

The Aggrovators were primarily based in Jamaica, where producer Bunny Lee assembled the group for studio recordings.

Are The Aggrovators known in France’s reggae scene?

The Aggrovators' dub and reggae legacy reaches French audiences, with their vinyl available and appreciated among reggae enthusiasts in France.

What is the price range for original Aggrovators vinyl in the UK?

Original UK pressings such as "Super Dub Disco Style" from 1979 can sell for up to €54, with availability limited to a few copies.

Which labels released The Aggrovators vinyl albums?

The Aggrovators' vinyl was released on labels including VP Records, Jamaican Recordings, Attack, and Gorgon among others.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026